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Acorns

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Acorns is a U.S.-focused investing and financial-services app founded in 2012. Its product pages describe automated round-ups, portfolio and retirement products, plus other account features that depend on the subscription and eligibility. Review the current disclosures, account terms and fee schedule before opening an account.

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Catalog tags

Beginners Passive Investors Savers

Risk Warning

Trading financial instruments involves significant risk and can result in the loss of your invested capital. You should not invest more than you can afford to lose and should ensure that you fully understand the risks involved. Leverage trading can amplify both profits and losses. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Before trading, please consider your level of experience, investment objectives, and seek independent financial advice if necessary.

Key Features

Round-up Investing
Automated Portfolios
IRA Accounts
Checking Account
Debit Card
Found Money
Educational Content

Listed highlights

  • Easy to use
  • Automated investing
  • Round-ups make saving effortless
  • IRA accounts available
  • Good for beginners

Listed considerations

  • Fees can be high for small accounts
  • Limited investment options
  • No control over individual stocks
  • Not suitable for active traders

Quick Comparison

FeatureAcornsStashAlly InvestBettermentWealthfront
RatingNot availableNot availableNot availableNot availableNot available
PricingSubscription-plan dependentSubscription-plan dependentProduct-specificDigital 0.25% annual; Premium 0.65% under $1M0.25% annual advisory fee
Founded20122015201720082008

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Acorns round-up investing work?
Acorns automatically rounds up your everyday purchases to the nearest dollar and invests the spare change. For example, if you spend $3.50, Acorns rounds up to $4 and invests $0.50.
What portfolios does Acorns offer?
Acorns offers five diversified portfolios ranging from conservative to aggressive, each composed of low-cost ETFs. Your portfolio is selected based on your risk tolerance and goals.
Is Acorns good for beginners?
Yes, Acorns is specifically designed for beginners who want to start investing without having to actively manage their portfolio. The automated approach makes it easy to get started.
Pricing
Acorns publishes current subscription tiers and account terms on its pricing page. Fees, included products and eligibility can change; review the current fee disclosures before opening an account.
Min Deposit
$0
Founded
2012
Mobile App
Yes
Demo Account
No
Withdrawal
1-3 business days
Support
Email, Chat
Regulation
SECFINRA

Licence number and legal-entity verification: not recorded. Check the regulator directly.

Platforms
WebiOSAndroid
Deposit Methods
Bank TransferDirect Deposit